Assembly Technician

At BWX Technologies, Inc.
(NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven.
Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, BWXT is a Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration.
With more than 7,000 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.
S.
, Canada and the U.
K.
We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.
S.
submarines and aircraft carriers.
Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents.
Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.
S.
Department of Energy and NASA facilities.
BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications.
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BWXT is currently seeking an Assembly Tech for its Lynchburg, VA location! Job Description/Duties: Assembles finished components required to complete assemblies of varied designs in accordance with application process procedures, process routings, design drawings, and other applicable instructions.
Assembles, cleans, and provides support to intermediate assembly and in-process assembly on components throughout the NOG-L facility.
Cleans, packages, and ships/stores final assemblies.
Job Qualifications/Requirements: A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
(3) years of manufacturing; OR (2) years of manufacturing and (1) year of college (or formal education); OR (1) year of manufacturing and (2) years of college (or formal education); OR a 4-year Bachelor's Degree; OR (5) years of general work experience is required.
Must be willing to be formally trained to operate overhead, jib, and mobile cranes ranging in capacity from 1 to 150 tons.
Must be willing to be formally trained to operate fork lifts, work in confined spaces and use Fall-Protection Equipment.
Must be able to work from elevated platforms/heights in excess of 50 feet and be able to climb ladders.
Assembly and/or mechanical experience highly preferred.
Must possess good memory, perform number computations using basic shop mathematics, have good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity, and have good physical stamina.
Must be able to comprehend and use computer generated detailed work instructions, perform computer training modules, perform email correspondence, and data entry in computer generated records.
Must be able to understand and use technical drawings.
Must have good mechanical ability and have a working knowledge of using standard measuring gages and devices.
Must be able to read and comprehend detailed instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Must be able to demonstrate superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills and problem-solving skills.
Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.
S.
Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.
The hourly rate for this position in Virginia (US-VA) is expected to be $31.
36 per hour.
The hourly rate offered is based on local job market factors and other objective business considerations.
Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits.
Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.
If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.
The company further reserves the right to modify the hourly rate (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation, or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or applicable department/team performance, and other market factors.
As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc.
and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols.
As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.
Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter.
Position requires U.
S.
citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.
BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity.
We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.